Tour Packages

SCT-10 Yangon - Bagan - Mandaly - Inle - Yangon (8 Days/ 7 Nights)

Day 01 : Yangon Arrival

Arrive at the Yangon International Airport. Welcome by our assign guide and transfer to hotel. Half-Day sightseeing to Bogyoke Aung San Market (formerly Scott Market and it is a one – stop centre for shoppers.), Chaukhtatkyi (colossal reclining Buddha image, built in 1907) and sunset view at Shwedagon Pagoda (it is generally accepted that it was founded during the lifetime of the fourth Buddha and one of the wonders of the world, dating back over 2,500 years). Dinner at local restaurant and Overnight at Hotel in Yangon.

Day 02 : Yangon-Bagan

After breakfast at hotel, transfer to Yangon International Airport for Bagan by domestic flight (about one and half hours). On arrival at Nyaung – Oo Airport, transfer to Hotel. After check in hotel, proceed to Nyaung – Oo local market and continuing with sightseeing to the most interesting pagodas and temples including Shwezigon Pagoda (the prototype of later Myanmar stupa built by King Anawrahta in 11th century and also Shwezigon is known as the site where the 37 nats(spirits) were first officially endorsed by the Burman monarchy), Wetkyi-in Gubyakkyi Temple (built in 13th century, Indian style ‘cave temple’ with the fine frescoes of scenes from the jatakas), Htilominlo Temple (one of the larger temples of Bagan, noted for its plaster carving still remain on the arch pediments, frieze and pilasters and the horoscopes of important personages inscribed high up on the walls) and visit to lacquerware handicraft workshop. Lunch at local restaurant. After lunch, sightseeing to Ananda Temple (seems like a magic cave full of wonders, an architectural masterpiece of the early – style temple and there is also a vast collection of green glazed terracotta plaques), Thatbyinnyu (Towering above the other monuments of Bagan, the magnificence in white which is takes its name from the Omniscience of the Buddha) and Dhammayangyi Temple (one of the most massive temples of Bagan, also noted for its fine brickwork and the temple can be seen from quite a distance from all directions). Enjoy the beautiful sunset view at one of the famous temples. Dinner at local restaurant and Overnight at Hotel in Bagan.

Day 03 : Bagan-Mandalay-Amarapura-Ava-Sagaing

After breakfast at hotel, transfer to Nyaung – Oo Airport for Mandalay by domestic flight. On arrival, start your full Day excursion to Amarapura (an ancient capital of the Konbaung Dynasty). This trip will take you to MahaganDayon Monastery (where more than a thousand monks live and study, to see their last meal of the Day in total silence), U Bein Bridge (the old intriguing 1208 meters long bridge was totally constructed with teak planks by Mayor U Bein over 2 centuries ago). And observe Myanmar traditional hand-woven silk workshop. Continue to Ava (from 1364 AD, Ava was the capital of a Burmese kingdom for nearly 400 years.), tour highlights include the 27-metre-high Masonry Watch Tower (known as the Nanmyin (or) the "Leaning Tower of Ava"), Maha Aungmye Bonzan Okkyaung(a brick and stucco monastery, built by the chief Queen for her royal abbot in 1818 AD), Ava Bagaya monastery (built with 276 teak pillars) and observe Myanmar traditional Alms bowls workshop. Afternoon across Ava Bridge (built by British engineers), to visit picturesque Sagaing Hill (a retreat for Buddhist devotees with numerous Pagodas and Monasteries). Hillsides are dotted with numerous pagodas and monasteries. Continue to visit Kaunghmudaw Pagoda (the shrine composed of three circular terraces and a gigantic dome towers to a height of 151 feet). In the evening, drive back to Mandalay. Lunch and Dinner at local restaurant and Overnight at Hotel in Mandalay.

Day 04 : Mandalay-Mingun

Morning boat trip to Mingun, just 12km on the west bank upstream from Mandalay. Upon arrival, Mingun Pahtotawgyi Paya (the largest unfinished pagoda, as it stands it is the biggest brick pile in the world.) and Mingun Bell (the largest hanging bronze bell in the world, 12 feet high, has a diameter of 16 feet 3 inches at the lip and weighs 90 tons). Take a ride by ox-cart to a village near by to see village life. Return to Mandalay by boat. After lunch, sightseeing includes Royal Palace, known as "The Golden City" or "The Center of the Universe"; Mahamuni Buddha Image (the image is said to have been cast in the life-time of the Gautama Buddha and that the Buddha embraced it 7 times thereby bringing it to life. And the image is also considered as the greatest, next to Shwedagon Pagoda in Myanmar), Tapestry Workshop; Marble carving and Bronze carving workshops, Gold leaf making workshop, Shwenandaw Kyaung or Golden Palace Monastery (famous for its intricate wood – carving and at one time this building was part of the palace complex and was used as an apartment by Myanmar King and his chief queen and it was in this building that he died) Atumashi Kyaung (‘Incomparable Monastery’ was built by King Mindon in 1857), Kuthodaw Pagoda (the pagoda complex has been dubbed ‘the world’s biggest book’, for standing around the central stupa are 729 marble slabs on which are inscribed the entire Buddhist canon). In the evening enjoy the panoramic view of the city & the spectacular sunset at Mandalay Hill (the Lord Buddha, accompanied by his disciple Ananda, was said to have climed Mandalay Hill while on one of his visits to Myanmar.). Dinner at local restaurant and Overnight at Hotel in Mandalay.

Day 05 : Mandalay-Inle

In the morning, transfer to Mandalay International Airport for Mandalay by domestic flight to Heho in Shan state. On arrival at Heho Airport, transfer to Naung Shwe jetty by car. En route visit ShweYan Pyay Monastery. Arrive at Inle Lake and check-in hotel by boat. Inle Lake (22 km long, 11 km wide, 1328 meters above sea level, it has dead calm waters dotted with patches of floating vegetation and busy fishing canoes and high hills rim the lake on both sides and also the lake is famous for its unique one-leg rowers, floating villages and colourful markets). Afternoon, visit traditional pure Silk Weaving Factory in Inphawkhon Village and knife making by black-smith in Phekhon Village. Lunch and Dinner at local restaurant and Overnight at Hotel in Inle Lake.

Day 06 : Inle

After breakfast at hotel, full Day sightseeing in Inle Lake including 5 Day rotation market (if available) at one of the village, Native's method of fishing, Gold and Silver smith workshops at Ywama Village, cheroot and boat workshops in Nan Pan Village. Continue visit to Phaung Daw Oo Pagoda (housing five sacred and almost shapeless Buddha images). Afternoon, visit Shan shoulder bag weaving center, floating islands with vegetable farming and Nga Phe Chaung Monastery (better known as "Jumping Cat Monastery", a beautiful old teak building). In the evening, see the village life and enjoy the sunset on boat in the lake. Lunch and Dinner at local restaurant and Overnight at Hotel in Inle Lake.

Day 07 : Inle-Yangon

In the morning, transfer to Heho Airport for Yangon by domestic flight. On arrival, transfer to Hotel. Evening sightseeing to Bogyoke Aung San Market (formerly Scott Market and it is a one – stop centre for shoppers.), Sule Pagoda (over 2,200 years old, it is in the centre of downtown Yangon and for centuries, it has been the focus of the city’s social and religious activity), Mahabandoola Garden (built in 1868, formerly known as Fetch Square, Victoria Park to commemorate Queen Victoria), Independence Monument (built in 1950, 150 ft high) and City Hall (the colonial & Burmese architectural style). Then proceed to stroll around China town and fruits market. Lunch and Dinner at local restaurant and Overnight at Hotel in Yangon.

Day 08 :Yangon Departure

After breakfast, free time for leisure at Hotel. Leave Yangon International Airport for departure flight to next destination.